DC Comics Solicitations for Products On Sale April, 2008

DC Comics has released their solicitation text and cover images for comics and product shipping in April, 2008. Discuss these solicitations here on CBR's DC Comics forum and tell fellow comic fans about what titles interests you!

The Great Disaster has occurred, and all hell breaks loose as all the storylines in COUNTDOWN TO FINAL CRISIS come to a climax, threatening Darkseid and Jimmy Olsen and Mary Marvel and the future of their Earth!

COUNTDOWN 4 on sale April 2

COUNTDOWN 3 on sale April 9

COUNTDOWN 2 on sale April 16

COUNTDOWN 1 on sale April 23

32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

TANGENT: SUPERMAN'S REIGN #2Written by Dan Jurgens & Ron Marz

Art by Jamal Igle & Victor Llamas

Cover by Carlos Pacheco & Jesus Merino

The fate of the Tangent Joker is revealed! And Green Lanterns from not one, but two worlds will be needed to shed light on the Tangent Superman's path to dictatorship. Meanwhile, the Tangent world's deadliest fighter risks her life to free her most powerful ally!

On sale April 16 o 2 of 12 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

COUNTDOWN TO MYSTERY #8Written by Steve Gerber and Matt Sturges

Art by Justiniano & Walden Wong and Stephen Segovia

Cover by Ethan Van Sciver

Eclipso is once more bound to Bruce Gordon! Is Gordon arrogant enough to believe he can control this power in order to fix his own life? And speaking of lives that need fixing, there's the new Dr. Fate and his journey to redemption!

On sale April 23 o 8 of 8 o 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US

DEATH OF THE NEW GODS #8Written by Jim Starlin

Art and cover by Starlin & Art Thibert

This 8-part saga of cosmic proportions ends with the proverbial bang as the Fourth World is forever changed! Learn the final fates of Apokolips, New Genesis, Darkseid, Orion and all of the New Gods in this final issue - and see how it ties into the final issues of COUNTDOWN!

On sale April 23 o 8 of 8 o 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US

DC/WILDSTORM: DREAMWAR #1Written by Keith Giffen

Art by Lee Garbett & Trevor Scott

Cover by Mike McKone

Variant Cover by Lee Garbett

The Midnighter and Grifter. Zealot and Deathblow. Superman and Wonder Woman.

Superman and Wonder Woman?

In this landmark miniseries by writer Keith Giffen (52), Lee Garbett & Trevor Scott (MIDNIGHTER), the Earth is being torn apart. So when DC Universe heroes begin appearing in the WildStorm Universe, it seems at first they might be the answer to all the problems. Until it becomes clear that they might just be the reason for all the problems. And the Justice League of America doesn't know how they got here...or how to get back!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Mike McKone), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Lee Garbett). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale April 16 o 1 of 6 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

TITANS #1Written by Judd Winick

Art and cover by Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund

Variant cover by Ethan Van Sciver

A new team of Titans is born in the extra-sized first issue of a new ongoing monthly by Judd Winick (GREEN LANTERN, GREEN ARROW, OUTSIDERS), Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund (SUPERGIRL, TEEN TITANS EAST SPECIAL)! Someone or something is continuing its attack on anyone who's ever been a Titan, including Nightwing, Starfire, Donna Troy, Beast Boy and Raven.

You won't want to miss this new startling chapter in Titans history that may forge a new team from the ashes of old, dead friends.

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Ian Churchill & Norm Rapmund), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Ethan Van Sciver). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale April 9 o 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US

TEEN TITANS #58Written by Sean McKeever Cover by Barrows

Art by Eddy Barrows & Jimmy Palmiotti

Welcome to the mind of M'gann M'orzz, Miss Martian! It's bad enough when the world you live in is alien to you, but when you have something inside you clawing to get out and destroying everything you stand for, that's at least a little bit worse, right? Also: more of Clock King's malefic machinations!

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

TEEN TITANS: YEAR ONE #4Written by Amy Wolfram

Art and cover by Karl Kerschl & Serge LaPointe

Continuing the exploration of the Teen Titans' origins! Kid Flash has wanted to be in the spotlight and be the leader, and now with Robin on a mission for Batman, Wally West has his chance. Poor Teen Titans. They might not survive!

On sale April 30 o 4 of 6 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

DC SPECIAL: RAVEN #2Written by Marv Wolfman

Art and cover by Damion Scott & Robert Campanella

After facing Trigon you'd think Raven could face any threat, but nothing has prepared her for high school cliques and bowling! Plus: The power of the Medusa mask begins causing even deadlier teenage angst.

On sale April 2 o 2 of 5 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

GREEN ARROW/BLACK CANARY #7Written by Judd Winick

Art and cover by Cliff Chiang

Team Arrow follows the trail of those responsible for shooting Connor Hawke to London and finds out who was behind that heinous act.

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN AND THE OUTSIDERS #6Written by Chuck Dixon

Art by Carlos Rodriguez & Bit

Cover by Doug Braithwaite

As the Outsiders perform a search-and-rescue mission for missing member Metamorpho, Batman and his team stumble into a terrifying conspiracy that begins at the edge of outer space…and goes far beyond!

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BOOSTER GOLD #8Written by Geoff Johns & Jeff Katz

Art and cover by Dan Jurgens & Norm Rapmund

"Blue and Gold" part 3! Booster and Beetle come face-to-face with the all-new, all-different Freedom Fighters as time continues to crash down around them. Can a makeshift super-team really stop Maxwell Lord and his O.M.A.C.s? Plus, the continuing evil machinations of Supernova and Black Beetle!

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

SALVATION RUN #6Written by Matthew Sturges

Art and cover by Sean Chen & Walden Wong

This is it! The confrontation you wanted to see: Lex Luthor and the Joker go at it in brutal hand-to-hand combat to wrest control of the Hell Planet from each other. Plus, a shocking event that plays directly into Final Crisis! And this is all before things get really bad for our castaways. You don't want to miss this issue!

On sale April 9 o 6 of 7 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BAT LASH #5Written by Peter Brandvold & Sergio Aragones

Art by John Severin

Cover by Walter Simonson

Bat is desperate to find Dominique before her father sends her away. But here comes the cavalry: Two-Moons and his fellow Comanche warriors!

On sale April 16 o 5 of 6 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

GOTHAM UNDERGROUND #7Written by Frank Tieri

Art by J. Calafiore & Jack Purcell Cover by Calafiore

It's fireworks in Gotham City's underground scene as Penguin's troops take it straight to Tobias Whale's front door - and Vigilante decides to take on both armies himself! Meanwhile, Nightwing is saved by a mysterious yet familiar benefactor! All of this, plus appearances by Batman, Robin and Commissioner Gordon!

The thrilling conclusion! Red Bee's plan to control the world is put into motion. Will Uncle Sam and the rest of the Freedom Fighters be able to pull her back from the brink of insanity, or will she pay the ultimate price?

On sale April 30 o 8 of 8 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

SUICIDE SQUAD: RAISE THE FLAG #8Written by John Ostrander

Cover by John K. Snyder

Art by Javier Pina & Robin Riggs

Who really leads the Squad? The surviving Squad members make a final bid to salvage Operation Scarlet Tears as the rudderless Chemo blasts blindly through a strategic center in the Middle East! Who made it through the Dubai op to make the roster for Operation Salvation Run? It's all in this action-packed conclusion!

On sale April 16 o 8 of 8 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN #676Written by Grant Morrison

Art and variant cover by Tony Daniel & Sandu Florea

Cover by Alex Ross

Are you ready for "Batman R.I.P."?

Beginning the epic story that will change the legend of the Dark Knight forever! Everything in Grant Morrison's groundbreaking run on Batman has been leading to this story, and nothing will ever be the same again.

Who will live? Who will die? Who will be Batman? The answers are sure to shock you in "Batman R.I.P.," featuring artwork by Tony Daniel & Sandu Florea and covers by Alex Ross.

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Alex Ross), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Tony Daniel and Sandu Florea). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

SUPERMAN #675Written by Kurt Busiek

Art and variant cover by Renato Guedes & Wilson Magalhas

Cover by Alex Ross

It's an oversized spectacular blowout action anniversary issue, as Kurt Busiek, gearing up for his insanely huge next project, brings his Superman run to a close! A three-way battle between Superman, Paragon and the forces of Daxam! The Earth-shattering threat of the all-new Galactic Golem! This one's got it all, including a painted cover by new series cover artist Alex Ross and a variant by Renato Guedes.

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Alex Ross), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Renato Guedes & Wilson Magalhas). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale April 16 o 48 pg, FC, $3.99 US

ALL STAR BATMAN AND ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER #10Written by Frank Miller

Art and cover by Jim Lee & Scott Williams

Variant cover by Frank Quitely

Batgirl, Catwoman, Black Canary, and even Detective Gordon's better half give Gotham a headache so big it'll split the city in two!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Jim Lee & Scott WIlliams), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Frank Quitely). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN: DEATH MASK #1Written by Yoshinori Natsume

Art and cover by Natsume

CMX. Acclaimed artist Yoshinori Natsume (Toguri) makes his American comics debut with this Prestige Format miniseries that presents an original Batman manga tale! There's a new serial killer in Gotham, and he may have ties to the training Bruce Wayne acquired as a young man in Japan. Does the murderer know Bruce Wayne is the Batman?

On sale April 9 o 1 of 4 o 48 pg, B&W, $5.99 US

DETECTIVE COMICS #843Written by Paul Dini

Art by Dustin Nguyen & Derek Fridolfs

Cover by Nguyen

A member of Gotham's underground threatens the livelihood of the DCU's resident magician, Zatanna! That is, until Batman decides to lend Zatanna a hand. Plus, an appearance by Scarface and the origin of the new Ventriloquist!

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

NIGHTWING #143Written by Peter J. Tomasi

Art by Don Kramer & Christian Alamy

Cover by Rags Morales & Michael Bair

In an attempt to stop Dr. Kendall's mad experiments with the dead, Nightwing and Robin head to a remote island hideaway to confront the doctor and his fiendish creations once and for all. The only obstacle in their way: The League of Assassins!

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

ROBIN #173Written by Chuck Dixon

Art by Chris Batista & Cam Smith

Cover by Freddie Williams II

Girl trouble doesn't even begin to describe Robin's situation when he finds himself caught between Violet and Spoiler! Meanwhile, the Peguin's net is getting tighter, and all three of them might find themselves sleeping with the fishes…if another supermafioso on the scene doesn't get to them first!

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

CATWOMAN #78Written by Will Pfeifer

Art by David Lopez & Alvaro Lopez

Cover by Adam Hughes

Catwoman's way off the Hell Planet is set and ready to go, but first she'll have to deal with the villains she's crossed. And she's crossed a lot of villains. Line forms to the left…let's start with the bloodthirsty, claw-wielding, kill-happy Cheetah!

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BATMAN CONFIDENTIAL #16Written by Tony Bedard

Art and cover by Rags Morales & Mark Farmer

Concluding the 4-part "Wrath Child" adventure! All is revealed about the mysterious return of one of Batman's most mysterious foes from the past!

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

SIMON DARK #7Written by Steve Niles & Scott Hampton

Art and cover by Hampton

A cult that has infiltrated Gotham at every level has the city in its grip, driving everyone crazy...and only the mysterious entity known as Simon Dark can root out the madness at its source!

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

ACTION COMICS #864Written by Geoff Johns

Art by Gary Frank & Jonathan Sibal

Cover by Kevin Maguire

General Zod! Bizarro World! The Legion of Super-Heroes! What's next for the Man of Steel? Superman attempts to get back to his life as Clark Kent, but when you're the world's greatest hero there's trouble around every corner, behind every planet and within every dimension.

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

SUPERMAN/BATMAN #47Written by Michael Green & Mike Johnson

Art and cover by Shane Davis & Matt "Batt" Banning

Writers Michael Green (Heroes) & Mike Johnson, with superstar art team Shane Davis & Matt "Batt" Banning, deliver a new team of heroes to battle The Man of Steel and The Dark Knight, known only as The Last Line! They were created as a "last line" of defense against a rogue Superman, and they take no prisoners!

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

SUPERGIRL #28Written by Kelley Puckett

Art and cover by Drew Johnson & Ray Snyder

Back from the future, Supergirl is ready to keep her impossible promise, despite the horrors of the world she just left. And to bring a miracle to life, she must enlist the aid of the last DCU hero you ever expected to see again - one who's supposed to be dead! As if that clue will help you narrow it down!

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

SUPERMAN CONFIDENTIAL #14Written by B. Clay Moore

Art and cover by Phil Hester & Ande Parks

"Signal to Noise" part 3 of 3. Jimmy Olsen finds himself in way over his head, held hostage by a sadistic toymaker and an array of sinister playthings. And the Man of Steel finds that Jimmy's new signal watch might be the tool of his destruction.

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

THE ALL NEW ATOM #22Written by Rick Remender

Art by Pat Olliffe & John Stanisci

Cover by Ladrnn

Introducing the debut of new series writer Rick Remender (Fear Agent) and fan-favorite penciller Pat Ollife! Frozen in time, powerless and trapped in the subatomic world of the Genesis Bug, The Atom learns the truth of his involvement in the mysterious disappearances in Ivy Town, forcing the Mighty Mite to choose between saving the displaced faces from his past - or his own life! None escape the city of the lost!

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BLUE BEETLE #26Written by Jai Nitz

Art by Mike Norton & Trevor Scott

Cover by Zach Howard

A special extra-sized Spanish-language issue, with the English script as bonus material! Blue Beetle takes Traci 13 to his family reunion, and having your girlfriend meet your family can be tough, especially when she's the only guest who doesn't speak Spanish! To make matters worse, two people have uncovered Jaime's secret identity - and one of them is the Parasite!

On sale April 30 o 40 pg, FC, $3.50 US

BIRDS OF PREY #117Written by Sean McKeever

Art by Nicola Scott & Doug Hazlewood

Cover by Stephane Roux

Misfit and Manhunter are captured by the man responsible for the bizarre magical technology that has been threatening the Birds and all of Metropolis...leading Oracle to decide to relocate the team to try to take this new nemesis down for good.

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #12Written by Mark Waid

Art by Jerry Ordway & Bob Wiacek

Cover by George Prez

It's all been leading up to this: Half of the DC Universe vs. Megistus! Superman, Supergirl, Green Lantern, Flash and a host of others fight to stop the alchemist pulling the strings since the beginning of the series. But will the combined powers of these heroes be enough to stop what has already begun?

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

CHECKMATE #25Written by Greg Rucka & Eric Trautmann

Art by Joe Bennett & Jack Jadson

Cover by Kalman Andrasofszky

"Castling" concludes! Taking down Kobra's mass attack - a bid to bring forth the apocalyptic era of Kali Yuga - requires Checkmate to use their ops team of last resort: The Rooks! A 25th issue not to be missed!

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

THE FLASH #239Written by Tom Peyer

Art and cover by Freddie Williams II

"Fast Money" continues! Wally West's family and allies take sides as he weighs an opportunity to profit from his powers at the risk of the precious Flash legacy. Meanwhile, the increasingly powerful media-villain Spin molds intangible mass anxiety into solid unstoppable force against the Flash!

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

GREEN LANTERN #30Written by Geoff Johns

Art by Ivan Reis & Oclair Albert

"Green Lantern: Secret Origin" part 2! The origin of Green Lantern continues as Hal Jordan struggles with life after the Air Force and life at Ferris. But Jordan's world will change completely when he meets Carol Ferris again for the first time and the alien Abin Sur. Plus, who murdered Abin Sur? His fellow Corpsman and friend, Sinestro, wants to know.

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #20Written by Dwayne McDuffie

Art and cover by Ethan Van Sciver

The Flash has not been answering his JLA signal, so now he has to answer to Wonder Woman! But first they have to survive an attack by the Queen Bee and her new drones from the H.I.V.E in a story that only superstar artist Ethan Van Sciver (Green Lantern: Rebirth) could bring to life!

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

GREEN LANTERN CORPS #23Written by Peter J. Tomasi

Art and cover by Patrick Gleason & Prentis Rollins

Some of the best and brightest of the Corps - including Kyle Rayner, Soranik Natu, Ion and Guy Gardner - are sent on an urgent mission to locate and destroy missing Sinestro Corps Rings that remain from the Sinestro Corps War. But Mongul has a different idea on what to do with the Rings…

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

JONAH HEX #30Written by Justin Gray & Jimmy Palmiotti

Art and cover by Jordi Bernet

When Lucky Dave and his gang roll into the town of Desperation, they think they've found the perfect deserted town where they can finish off their great train robbery. But Dave's luck might just run out when Jonah Hex pays Desperation a visit.

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

INFINITY INC. #8Written by Peter Milligan

Art and cover by Pete Woods

Fan-favorite Pete Woods (SUPERMAN: UP, UP, AND AWAY, AMAZONS ATTACK) comes aboard as new series artist with Part 1 of the 3-part story "The Bogeyman!" Steel springs an unwelcome surprise or two on the Infinity kids - including costumes and a new addition! But it's one thing to dress like a team, and quite another to function as one. Before they even have time to break in their new spandex, the kids catch word of a monster in the Pacific Northwest - one which finds its origins in Lex Luthor's Everyman Project! Meanwhile, Gerome might have to deal with a monster a lot closer to home.

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA #15Written by Geoff Johns & Alex Ross

Art by Dale Eaglesham & Ruy Jose

Cover by Alex Ross

Variant cover by Eaglesham & Jose

"Thy Kingdom Come" continues! The cracks begin to show within the Justice Society as the "Heartbreak Slayer" stands revealed. Now, the Justice Society are face-to-face with an ancient being whose mission to help the world surpasses even their own.

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Alex Ross), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Eaglesham & Jose). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

JSA CLASSIFIED #37Written by B. Clay Moore

Art by Ramon Perez

Cover by Sean Chen & Sandu Florea

"Forward Through the Past" part 3 of 3! Wildcat finds himself attempting to live up to the past as he reclaims his place in the present. Catwoman guest-stars as the two battle a gang of criminals-in-training and set Wildcat on a new course for the future.

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o Final Issue

COUNTDOWN SPECIAL: KAMANDI, THE LAST BOY ON EARTH 80-PAGE GIANTWritten by Jack Kirby

Art by Kirby, Mike Royer and D. Bruce Berry

Cover by Ryan Sook

Collecting stories from KAMANDI: LAST BOY ON EARTH #1, #10 and #29, written and illustrated by Jack Kirby!

On sale April 2 o 80 pg, FC, $4.99 US

METAL MEN #7Written by Duncan Rouleau

Art and cover by Rouleau

Doctor Magnus must stop his Metal Men from becoming the Death Metal Men forever. But how, when The Magna-Tech Monster Board of Trustees led by Chemo will not rest until the Death Metal Men are theirs! The world hangs in the balance, a world that now fears and hates the once heroes ! Plus, the return of the Robot Renegades!

On sale April 2 o 7 of 8 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #41Written by Jim Shooter

Art by Aaron Lopresti & Matt Ryan

Cover by Frances Manapul & John Livesay

Part 2 of the "Enemy Rising" arc! The threat of the extinction of all life grows! Meanwhile, with newfound, hideous strength, Princess Projectra rampages in downtown Metropolis! Invisible Kid, Brainiac 5 and Saturn Girl attempt to spy on a secret U.P. operation! And the Legion is busted!

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

WONDER WOMAN #19Written by Gail Simone

Art and cover by Bernard Chang

Part 2 of the 2-part story "Expatriate!" Spirited to the Khund home world, Wonder Woman finds herself in the unpopular position of having to defend one of the greatest scourges of the galaxy from the deserved wrath of many an angry race! What could possibly convince the Amazon princess to side with the enemy? You won't believe the answer! And who is the incredibly powerful DC figure that's trying to stop her?

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

THE SPIRIT #16Written by Sergio Aragones & Mark Evanier

Art by Paul Smith

Cover by Bruce Timm

That's not fake blood on the set…it's the real thing! There's murder at the movie studio, so the Spirit - who's taken plenty of hard knocks in his time - gets a job as a stuntman to help solve the crime.

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

SHADOWPACT #24Written by Matt Sturges

Art and cover by Phil Winslade

If one Shadowpact can't stop the mystical menace of the Sun King, will three be enough? Heroes of the past and future unite with the mages of our time to keep the Sun King at bay!

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

52 AFTERMATH: THE FOUR HORSEMEN TPWritten by Keith Giffen

Art by Pat Olliffe & John Stanisci

Cover by Ethan Van Sciver

The unstoppable villains of the groundbreaking weekly series 52 rise again in this volume collecting the 6-issue miniseries! They are the Four Horsemen - War, Pestilence, Famine, Death - living embodiments of the Dread Ages of the distant world of Apokolips, and they mean to remake the Earth in their own image!

Advance-solicited; on sale May 7 o 144 pg, FC, $19.99 US

BLACK ADAM: THE DARK AGE TPWritten by Peter J. Tomasi

Art by Doug Mahnke, Christian Alamy and Norm Rapmund

Cover by Alex Ross

Collecting the 6-issue miniseries springing from the pages of 52! With the power of the gods stripped from him, Teth-Adam is on a quest to find both the magical word that will restore him as Black Adam and the one thing that always kept his heart from turning completely black with rage: his deceased wife.

The first of a series of four volumes, COUNTDOWN TO FINAL CRISIS VOL. ONE collects issues #51-39 of the incredible tale starring Jimmy Olsen, Mary Marvel, Donna Troy and all the major characters of the DC Universe!

COUNTDOWN follows up the events of bestsellers INFINITE CRISIS and 52 and leads into DC's next major event, FINAL CRISIS. When a surprising character dies in chapter one, it sets off an unexpected ripple that will touch virtually every character in the DC Universe and change the status quo forever.

Advance-solicited; on sale May 21 o 296 pg, FC, $19.99 US

LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES: 1,050 YEARS IN THE FUTURE TPWritten and illustrated by various

Cover by Neal Adams

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of DC's greatest super-teams with the best stories starring the guardians of the 30th century: The Legion of Super-Heroes! In the 30th century, teenaged super-heroes from every world in the United Planets have banded together against evil! 2008 is the 50th anniversary of the LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES and, in celebration, DC is publishing the first-ever "best of" Legion collection.

This collection features stories by acclaimed Legion writers including Otto Binder, Jerry Siegel, Jim Shooter and Paul Levitz, artists Curt Swan and Keith Giffen, and many others from ADVENTURE COMICS #247, #304, #312, #354-355, SUPERBOY & THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #212, LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #300 and #0, LEGENDS OF THE DCU 80-PAGE GIANT #2 and THE LEGION #3! As a bonus, this volume will also include articles by past Legion creators, timelines, character profiles, cover galleries and more.

Collecting the 5-issue CRIME BIBLE! A Monk of the Dark Faith is moving through the DCU, seeding evil in his wake as he prepares for a final, potentially devastating act. Trailing him is The Question, who seeks to save the life of the author of a best-selling expose about the Dark Faith.

Advance-solicited; on sale June 4 o 128 pg, FC, $19.99 US

INFINITY INC. VOL. 1: LUTHOR'S MONSTERS TPWritten by Peter Milligan

Art and cover by Max Fiuamara & Matthew Southworth

Collecting the first five issues of the new series! When Lex Luthor and his Everyman project was taken down by John Henry Irons, it appeared the story of Infinity Inc. was over. But one year-plus later, it seems that life hasn't been kind to Starlight, Fury and Nuklon…

The hottest story of 2007 reaches its explosive finale in this hardcover volume collecting Green Lantern #24-25 and Green Lantern Corps #16-19! Sinestro - Hal Jordan's former mentor turned archnemesis - has gathered an army of soldiers fueled by the fear they instill in others. Former Green Lantern Kyle Rayner has been possessed by the entity known as Parallax and now assists the Sinestro Corps in cutting a swath of evil across the universe. Trapped in the depths of the Sinestro Corps' Citadel and face-to-face with the Guardian of Sinestro's army of fear, Hal Jordan must find the willpower to battle these terrible foes.

Parallax, Anti-Monitor, and the Cyborg Superman are some of the most feared members of the brutal Sinestro Corps, an army assembled with one goal: to spread fear across the galaxy! In this hardcover volume, the layers of these complex villains are stripped away as readers learn why they joined the Sinestro Corps and what drives them to eradicate the Green Lantern Corps.

Advance-solicited; on sale June 18 o 200 pg, FC, $29.99 US

GREEN LANTERN: NO FEAR TPWritten by Geoff Johns

Art by Carlos Pacheco, Ethan Van Sciver, Darwyn Cooke and others

Cover by Alex Ross

A softcover edition collecting GREEN LANTERN #1-6 and GREEN LANTERN SECRET FILES #1! Hal Jordan is back from the dead - now watch as he reestablishes his life as a pilot. Standing in his way, though, is one of the deadly Manhunter androids followed by the Shark.

Advance-solicited; on sale May 7 o 176 pg, FC, $12.99 US

GREEN LANTERN: REBIRTH TPWritten by Geoff Johns

Art by Ethan Van Sciver & Prentis Rollins

Cover by Van Sciver

Reoffered to coincide with the GREEN LANTERN: NO FEAR TP, this title collects the miniseries that restored Hal Jordan as Earth's Green Lantern! See how a man born without fear and seeking to rebuild his life puts cosmic forces into motion that will have repercussions not only on Earth but across the universe.

On sale April 2 o 144 pg, FC, $14.99 US o RELIST

THE ALL-NEW ATOM: THE HUNT FOR RAY PALMER TPWritten by Gail Simone and Roger Stern

Art by Mike Norton, Dan Green and Trevor Scott

Cover by Ladrnn

In this volume collecting issues #12-16 of the acclaimed series, the new Atom searches the multiverse for Ray Palmer, missing since the events of IDENTITY CRISIS!

The saga of Checkmate continues in this volume collecting issues #16-22! The espionage and intrigue continue as Amanda Waller - Checkmate's White Queen - resorts to blackmail to protect her own covert op interests.

The Joker, thinking he's dying, concocts a scheme to carry on his legacy by transforming his fellow villains into "jokerized" versions of themselves in this exciting volume collecting the 6-issue miniseries (2001)!

One of the most talked-about Batman stories ever - conceived by modern master Frank Miller (BATMAN: YEAR ONE, THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS) and artists extraordinaire Jim Lee & Scott Williams (BATMAN, SUPERMAN) - is collected in hardcover for the first time! Lee & Miller join forces to tell a new version of Dick Grayson's origin in a high-octane tale that unfolds with guest appearances by Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Black Canary, and more! This volume collects issues #1-9 of the acclaimed series.

"As its title implies, the new monthly ALL-STAR BATMAN AND ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER is a dream teaming: writer Frank Miller…and artist Jim Lee, whose elegantly muscular work on the recent Bat-tale "Hush" was a fan fave." - ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY

The new adventures of the World's Greatest Super-Heroes continue in this volume collecting JLA Wedding Special #1 and Justice League of America #13-16! As the wedding of Green Arrow and Black Canary looms, the new Injustice League forms! The World's Greatest Super-Villains - including Lex Luthor, The Joker, Gorilla Grodd, Cheetah, Poison Ivy, Dr. Light and more - stage an unprecedented attack on the JLA, taking Wonder Woman and other heroes prisoner.

It all leads to an epic melee as the forces of good and evil collide, and the JLA will lose a member before rallying for the no-holds-barred brawl of the century!

Advance-solicited; on sale June 4 o 144 pg, FC, $19.99 US

JUSTICE VOL. 1 TPWritten by Jim Krueger & Alex Ross

Art by Doug Braithwaite & Ross

Cover by Ross

A softcover edition collecting the first 4 issues of the acclaimed maxiseries by Jim Krueger (Earth X) and Alex Ross! The greatest criminal masterminds of our time appear to be acting in concert - but with a surprising plan that seeks to achieve more good than the JLA ever could!

Advance-solicited; on sale May 14 o 160 pg, FC, $14.99 US

SUPERMAN: WORLD OF KRYPTON TPWritten by John Byrne, Walter Simonson, and others

Art by Mike Mignola, Dick Giordano, Dave Cockrum and others

Cover by Byrne & Walter Simonson

Witness the violent past of Krypton in this volume collecting THE MAN OF STEEL #1, THE WORLD OF KRYPTON #1-4, and stories from SUPERMAN #233, 236, 238, 240, 248, 257, 266, 367, 375 and SUPERMAN FAMILY #182!

Advance-solicited; on sale May 25 o 192 pg, FC, $14.99 US

THE DOOM PATROL ARCHIVES VOL. 5 HCWritten by Arnold Drake

Art and cover by Bruno Premiani

In the final volume in the DOOM PATROL series, featuring issues #114-121, the team battles the Mutant Master, the Galactic Gladiator, the Black Vulture, and more before meeting one of the strangest ends any super-team has ever experienced!

Advance-solicited; on sale June 25 o 208 pg, FC, $49.99 US

SUPERMAN: LAST SON HCWritten by Richard Donner & Geoff Johns

Art by Adam Kubert

Cover by Kubert

Richard Donner and Geoff Johns present "Last Son," collecting the epic story arc with art by Adam Kubert from ACTION COMICS #844-846, #851and Action Comics Annual #11. A rocket lands in Metropolis containing a boy Superman thinks is from Krypton. Along with figuring out what that means to him, Superman must protect young Christopher Kent, who has become the most valuable child on the planet thanks to his immense power. Lex Luthor has his sights on him, assembling his own team of villains to nab Christopher. It all leads to an action-packed finale, as Superman and the new Superman Revenge Squad - Lex Luthor, Bizarro, the Parasite and Metallo - take on General Zod, Ursa and Non in a battle for Metropolis, the future of Krypton and Christopher Kent!

This volume includes several pages in 3-D, as well as a pair of 3-D glasses!

Advance-solicited; on sale June 25 o 160 pg, FC, $19.99 US

WORLD'S FINEST DELUXE EDITION HCWritten by Dave Gibbons

Art and cover by Steve Rude

Superman and Batman take on their archnemeses - Lex Luthor and the Joker - in this Deluxe Edition of a classic tale from the 1990s by Dave Gibbons (WATCHMEN, GREEN LANTERN CORPS) and Steve Rude (Nexus)! Superman and Batman are the World's Finest heroes, and they couldn't be more different. But they have more in common than they realize. For one, they're both orphans of a sort - one who has lost not just his parents but his world; and another who witnessed the cold-blooded murder of his partents. Now they must come together to battle two of the most feared villians!

500 pages of classic war stories, from the pages of G.I. COMBAT #120-157 (1966-1973)!

Advance-solicited; on sale May 28 o 560 pg, B&W, $16.99 US

TINY TITANS #3Written by Art Baltazar & Franco

Art and cover by Baltazar & Franco

More zany Tiny Titans adventures! Alfred lets the boys spend an afternoon in the Batcave, a high-spirited debate occurs when the Tiny Titans try to figure out the difference between a superhero and a sidekick, Show and Tell day at Sidekick Elementary has hilarious results, and see how Beast Boy tackles science class. This plus even more fun as the Tiny Titans virtually leap off the pages!

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US

SUPER FRIENDS #2Written by Sholly Fisch

Art by Joe Staton & Horacio Ottolini

Cover by J. Bone

It's big trouble in Metropolis when DINOSAURS go on a rampage! Will the Super Friends round up the mighty lizards before they make too much of a mess? Plus, activities, fact files and the next part of your Super Friends membership kit!

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US

THE BATMAN STRIKES! #44Written by Josh Elder

Art and cover by Christopher Jones & Terry Beatty

Batman heads to Metropolis on the trail of a Gotham City supervillain! But to bring the baddie down, he's going to have to deal with the one, the only…Superman!

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US

JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #44Written by Ken Pontac

Art by John Delaney & Ty Templeton

Cover by Dario Brizuela

Untold tales of the Justice League! Mirror Master's son knows his dad's a real hero, while the League knows Mirror Master is a real villain. You won't believe who's right!

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US

THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES IN THE 31st CENTURY #13Written by J. Torres

Art and cover by Alexander Serra

A distress call from a stranded United Planets ship pits the Legion against a gang of rogue Thanagarian pirates! They're gonna have to call in the big guns, but their best hope is 1,000 years away. And a teammate's actions during battle will have consequences that he never could have predicted.

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US

TEEN TITANS GO! #54Written by J. Torres

Art by Ethen Beavers

Cover by Todd Nauck

The Teen Titans visit Paradise Island for some fun and games, but someone who wants to take down Wonder Girl is about to put a wrinkle in their plans! Meanwhile, the villiainous Trident has plans of his own for the Amazons and their friends!

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US

CARTOON NETWORK ACTION PACK #24Written by Arie Kaplan

Art by Min S. Ku

Ccover by Travis Kotzebue & Mike DeCarlo

Quiet on the set! Ben discovers movie magic can get a little too real!

Avast, mateys! Bugs is playing stowaway on Sam's ship, but he may end up walking the plank!

On sale April 23 o 2 pg, FC, $2.25 US

SCOOBY-DOO #131Written by Scott Cunningham, Jack Briglio and John Rozum

Art by Roberto Barrios, Scott Gross and Karen Matchette

Cover by Ropert Pope & Scott McRae

April 22 is Earth Day, and Scooby and the gang are hunting down toxic trolls! But is there a crooked creature behind the mucked-up monsters? Do your part by helping to solve the mystery behind Fayetton River!

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.25 US

MAD #489Written and illustrated by The Usual Gang of Idiots

The official magazine of April Fool's Day takes the hijinx up a notch!

On sale April 9 o 48 pg, FC/B&W, $4.99 US

EX MACHINA DELUXE EDITION VOLUME 1 HCWritten by Brian K. Vaughan

Art by Tony Harris & Tom Feister

Cover by Harris

Award-winning writer Brian K. Vaughan (PRIDE OF BAGHDAD, Y: THE LAST MAN) uniquely combines big city politics and superheroes in this much-lauded series. Set in our modern-day world, EX MACHINA tells the story of civil engineer Mitchell Hundred, who becomes America's first living, breathing super-hero after a strange accident gives him the power to communicate with machines. Eventually Mitchell tires of risking his life merely to maintain the status quo, retires from masked crime fighting and runs for mayor of New York City, winning by a landslide.

This deluxe edition collects the first 11 issues of EX MACHINA in hardcover for the first time, along with several special bonus features.

All-new action-packed storyline begins! A new masked adventurer is thrilling New York City but threatens to derail the upcoming Republican National Convention, and the political future of superhero-turned-mayor Mitchell Hundred hangs in the balance!

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o Mature Readers

SECRET HISTORY OF THE AUTHORITY: JACK HAWKSMOOR #2Written by Michael Costa

Art by Koi Turnbull

Cover by Cully Hamner

There's a man lying dead in his San Francisco house, a mysterious woman with a tragic story, and Jack's powers are on the fritz. When Jack goes looking for answers, things get explosive!

On sale April 23 o 2 of 6 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

NUMBER OF THE BEAST #1-2Written by Scott Beatty

Art and cover by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story

Variant covers by Doug Mahnke and Brandon Badeaux

Following on the heels of WildStorm: Armageddon and Revelations, writer Scott Beatty (BATGIRL: YEAR ONE) and artists Chris Sprouse & Karl Story (Tom Strong, Midnighter) bring a harrowing creative vision to the WildStorm Universe...and when they're done with it - will anything be left standing?

The Paladins, WildStorm's seminal superhuman heroes, find their days start like any other - capturing archcriminals, thwarting alien invaders, and helping little old ladies navigate crosstown traffic - all before coffee at their favorite diner. But when events in The City begin to escalate in strange, deadly directions, all signs and omens point to the end of days. The Apocalypse has begun!

But how could the WildStorm Universe stand on the brink of Armageddon? Why aren't the all-seeing Authority watching over things? Where is mighty Majestic to save the day? Wouldn't the Wildcats put an end to any final conflict before it even began? And how does a long-forgotten face from WildStorm's troubled past hold all the answers to preventing a nightmarish future of Biblical proportions?

Retailers please note: These issues will ship with two covers each. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition of #1 (with a cover by Chris Sprouse & Karl Story), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition of #1 (with a cover by Doug Mahnke). For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition of #2 (with a cover by Sprouse & Story), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition of #2 (with a cover by Brandon Badeaux). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

The kids have rallied around Caitlin as the knot tightens around them…but can they rely on their new "friends" to help them fight their way to the I/O safe house and end their "15 Minutes" for good? Or are darker things in store for them?

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

MIDNIGHTER #18Written by Keith Giffen

Art by Lee Garbett & Rick Burchett

Cover by Garbett & Trevor Scott

Assassin8, the world's deadliest hitman and a genetic chameleon, has defeated the Midnighter and taken over his identity. Next stop: the Carrier and the rest of the Authority...and the actual target of his assignment.

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

THE PROGRAMME #10Written by Peter Milligan

Art and cover by C.P. Smith

The United States is in shambles as a race war in the South is exploding, and the Russian Dolls are cutting a swath of death across America! A conspiracy within the CIA, though, could change the entire face of the conflict...but will Max be a willing sacrificial lamb?

On sale April 16 o 10 of 12 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

WELCOME TO TRANQUILITY VOL. 2 TPWritten by Gail Simone

Art and cover by Neil Googe

Collecting issues #7-12 of the acclaimed series! A new threat rears its head: that of Freddie Beasel, television show host and music promoter. But what devilish secret does this smart-dressed man have, and how deeply rooted in the town's history is it?

Advance-solicited; on sale May 17 o 144 pg, FC, $19.99 US

TOM STRONG BOOK SIX TPWritten by Alan Moore, Michael Moorcock and others

Alan Moore and Chris Sprouse return for one grand, final story in which Tom Strong and family are on hand for the apocalypse. All this and more awaits in this wondrous final installment of the Tom Strong saga collecting issues #31-36 of the classic series!

Advance-solicited; on sale May 28 o 160 pg, FC, $17.99 US

FRIDAY THE 13th: ABUSER AND THE ABUSED #1Written by Joshua Hale Fialkov

Art by Andy B.

Cover by Brandon Badeaux

A special one-shot! Maggie's life was never easy, but her abusive new boyfriend has pushed her over the edge. As her life spirals out of control, she hits upon the solution to her problems: use the local urban legend to "solve" the problems in her life. But what happens when she learns there's very little "legend" in the reality of Jason Voorhees?

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $3.50 US o Mature Readers

NEW DYNAMIX #2Written by Allen Warner

Art and cover by J.J. Kirby

Variant cover by Jim Lee

Now that the Black Halo has once again taken up heroics, can he be persuaded to join Rocket and Sword in endorsement deals? Is that really what he came back for? No, he's left his desert townhouse to make a difference, and he starts by confronting his roommate, Gramalkin, who's been having visions about the end of the world. Halo and Rocket are heading to downtown San Francisco to see what there is to learn - and what the end of the world has to do with the missing WildStorm super-powered-beings!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by J.J. Kirby), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Jim Lee). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

Dean and Sam Winchester were raised as Hunters by their widowed father, seeking vengeance on the supernatural elements that took their mother from them. But the road to vengeance is a dark one, and is it a place where children can have any semblance of a life?

Picking up several years after Supernatural: Origins, the boys are now old enough to join John on his cross-country "hunting trips." Amid the carnage and violence, John's seeking something specific: any information on why his wife was murdered. But is he prepared for the answers that he'll find? And is he willing to sacrifice his 11-year-old son Dean to this hard, lonely life by giving him his first "hunt"?

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Ben Oliver, retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Dustin Nguyen). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

This stunning softcover edition collects the amazing online comics based on the smash-hit, Emmy Award-nominated NBC show HEROES! This volume - featuring a stunning cover by comics legend Alex Ross - also includes an introduction by Masi Oka (Hiro), all 34 chapters of Season One, and Tim Sale's artwork as seen on the show. The comics included have been written and illustrated by some of comics' and television's top writers and artists, including Michael Turner, Phil Jimenez, Marcus To, and more!

Advance-solicited; on sale May 21 o 240 pg, FC, $19.99 US

WORLD OF WARCRAFT #6Written by Walter Simonson

Art by Ludo Lullabi & Sandra Hope

Covers by Jim Lee and Samwise Didier

The past comes alive as our heroes reach Theramore, where the lore of Jaina Proudmore reveals Lo'Gosh's hidden identity. But has it truly done so? Meanwhile, the assassin and the naga simultaneously seek to destroy Lo'Gosh before he can reach the end of his quest.

Retailers please note: This issue will feature two covers that will ship in approximately 50/50 ratio. Cover A is by Blizzard Art Director Samwise Didier, and Cover B is by Jim Lee. Please see the Previews Order Form for more details.

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

BURNOUTWritten by Rebecca Donner

Art and cover by Inaki Miranda

When Danni and her mom move in with her mom's alcoholic boyfriend, Danni develops a fierce crush on Haskell, her soon-to-be stepbrother, who's a hardcore environmentalist. Desperate and confused, Danni wrestles with what she's willing to sacrifice as she confronts first love, family secrets and the politics of ecoterrorism set against the lush backdrop of the Pacific Northwest.

Author Rebecca Donner is also a playwright, screenwriter/director and sings in a rock band. She's currently working on her third novel.

Artist Inaki Miranda's beautifully detailed illustrations have appeared in the multiple Eisner Award-winner FABLES and in 2000AD.

Advance-solicited; on sale June 4 o 176 pg, B&W, $9.99 US

WATER BABY Written by Ross Campbell

Art and cover by Campbell

Surfer Girl Brody just got her leg bitten off by a shark. What's worse? Jake, her shark of an ex-boyfriend, is back and when it comes to Brody's couch, he's not budging. It's up to Brody and her BFF Louisa to embark on the roadtrip from hell, narrowly escaping weird hitchhikers and shark-infested nightmares, to get Jake out of their lives forever. This time it's personal!

In 2006, comics legend Harvey Pekar brought his unflinching tales of ordinary life to Vertigo with an all-new run of AMERICAN SPLENDOR, the comic that, 30 years earlier, rose "from the streets of Cleveland" and changed how we look at comics. Often imitated but never duplicated, Pekar proved that he still has the power to "make mundane reality seem like the highest drama" (Entertainment Weekly) in his critically acclaimed Vertigo series.

Now, Harvey Pekar is back with an all-new series of AMERICAN SPLENDOR, featuring his funniest, most poignant, somber and uplifting stories from the complex life of an ordinary man.

Once again, the Vertigo AMERICAN SPLENDOR pairs Harvey with some of the most exciting, innovative artists currently in comics, including in this special premiere issue, David Lapham (YOUNG LIARS, Stray Bullets), Chris Weston (THE FILTH, Fantastic Four), Dean Haspiel (THE QUITTER, Brawl), Mike Hawthorne (THE UN-MEN, Queen and Country), John Lucas (THE EXTERMINATORS) and other luminaries from both the mainstream and indie worlds.

In this issue, they join Harvey to chronicle his battles with stubborn sofas, short sighted magazine writers, treacherous front doorsteps and many more obstacles for Harvey to overcome in his pursuit of a fulfilling and meaningful existence.

"Pekar's ability to find the exceptional in the everyday has matured and blossomed over time." - Publisher's Weekly

On sale April 2 o 1 of 4 o 32 pg, B&W, $2.99 US MATURE READERS

100 BULLETS #90Written by Brian Azzarello

Art by Eduardo Risso

Cover by Dave Johnson

The countdown to the series finale continues! As Remi Rome's role in the war comes to fruition, we get a glimpse into the so-called life of Pip - the young G with nothing to lose and even less to gain.

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

CROSSING MIDNIGHT #18Written by Mike Carey

Art by Jim Fern & Jose Villarrubia

Cover by J.H. Williams III

Full-on war has begun in Part 2 of "The Blade in the Soul." Toshi and Kai have both made their sacrifices to lead the two kami armies into an apocalyptic fight to the death. But it may take a lot more than a massacre to determine the fate of the

Hara twins...

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

DMZ #30Written by Brian Wood

Art by Riccardo Burchielli

Cover by Wood

"Blood in the Game" Part 2. After years in the DMZ, Matty Roth has been faced with numerous challenges, but for the first time ever, he's faced with rejection, as his story on a revolutionary named Delgado is rejected by all news agencies. Rejection he can handle, but it's a surprise phone call that just might send Matty over the edge.

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

THE EXTERMINATORS #28Written by Simon Oliver

Art by Tony Moore & John Lucas Cover by Philip Bond

Part 1 of "Bug Brothers Forever." The bug-god Atan (returned to Earth in the form of Henry's depraved ex-partner AJ) and his army of Mayan Hissers begin a massive attack. They need one last key to open the mysterious box - and the Bug Bee Gone boys have got it. As the Hissers lay waste to Los Angeles, Henry, Stretch and the crew steel themselves for what could be their final, heroic stand.

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

FABLES #72Written by Bill Willingham

Art by Mark Buckingham & Steve Leialoha

Cover by James Jean

Concluding the 2-part "Skulduggery." Cinderella's back in action doing a dirty job to pay off an old debt…and this is one shoe that fits! But when the forces of the Empire drag out the heavy ammo, can she dodge bullets like she dodges potential suitors?

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

FABLES VOL. 10: THE GOOD PRINCE TPWritten by Bill Willingham

Art by Mark Buckingham, Steve Leialoha and Aaron Alexovich

Cover by James Jean

Collecting issues #60-69 of the hit series, collecting the epochal "Good Prince" storyline. Flycatcher is drawn into the spotlight as he discovers the startling truth about his own past as the Frog Prince. At the same time, he learns that the Adversary plans to destroy his foes once and for all. How can the meek Flycatcher stop this deadly foe?

Advance-solicited; on sale May 28 o 240 pg, FC, $17.99 US

MATURE READERS

JACK OF FABLES #22Written by Bill Willingham & Matthew Sturges

Art by Tony Akins & Andrew Pepoy

Cover by Brian Bolland

1883 was the year in which the scrofulous outlaw known as "Smiling Jack Candle" and his gang of desperadoes roamed the Western Territories, robbing and pillaging as they went. None durst stand up to the miscreant, until the day that a grim-countenanced stranger - a sheriff from back East who carried no gun - rode out to face him down. What happened next, you ask, and why does this sheriff seem so familiar…?

On sale April 30 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

VERTIGO: FIRST CUT TPWritten and illustrated by various

Cover by various

Sample the premiere issues of seven Vertigo series for under $5! Dip into the critically acclaimed series ARMY@LOVE, CROSSING MIDNIGHT, DMZ, THE EXTERMINATORS, JACK OF FABLES, LOVELESS and SCALPED, with stories by some of comics' most popular writers and artists including Brian Wood, Bill Willingham, Brian Azzarello and many others. in this hefty low-priced volume.

Every story has a beginning, and in this issue learn how Sven came to be, from his humble beginning as a child slave to his time spent with the Slavs and Russians to the returned hero we met in issue #1.

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

LOVELESS #24Written by Brian Azzarello

Art by Danijel Zezelj

Cover by Marcelo Frusin

In the final chapter dealing with the future of Blackwater, we check in with Foley, now an old man being released from prison for a murder he may or may not have committed. Has time changed him, or does he still hold a grudge for the hand he was dealt?

On sale April 23 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

LOVELESS VOL. 3: BLACKWATER FALLS TPWritten by Brian Azzarello

Art by Danijel Zezelj and Werther Dell'Edera

Cover by Marcelo Frusin

In this volume collecting issues #13-21 of the acclaimed series, the mysterious secret of Blackwater Falls comes into focus when Ruth finally confronts her tragic past.

Part 1 of the 2-part "The Mortification of the Flesh." There is a room at the heart of the Vatican known as The Confessional, where any act may be committed without fear of guilt or sin. Here, the temptations of the flesh are drawn out and expunged through indulgence. But when something goes horribly wrong, a priest with a terrible secret is forced to turn to an outsider for help … an outsider named John Constantine.

On sale April 16 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

SCALPED #16Written by Jason Aaron

Art by R.M. Guera

Cover by Jock

"Dead Mothers" Part 4 of 5. Things aren't getting any easier for Dash Bad Horse or Chief Red Crow in their separate murder investigations, especially once they both start butting heads with wild west throwback Wooster Karnow, notorious sheriff of White Haven, Nebraska.

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

YOUNG LIARS #2Written by David Lapham

Art and cover by Lapham

You may think you know everything there is to know about Danny Noonan. You may think he's just a normal, gun-toting, angst-ridden kid with a hot girlfriend who has a bullet in her brain. Well, you'd be wrong.

Before he was all that, Danny Noonan was a normal, angst-ridden kid without all those other things. Then he met Sadie.

And something so wonderful happened to him, it could only end in unimaginable horror.

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

THE UN-MEN #9Written by John Whalen

Art by Mike Hawthorne

Cover by Tomer Hanuka

A shocking secret from the labs of Castle Arcane somehow reemerges in Aberrance. In something out of the world's most twisted buddy movie, Kilcrop must team up with Cranius to investigate how the macabre "Magna Mater" got there and how to stop it. But as usual, Cranius has a sinister agenda all his own. "Intriguing! A book to watch!" - Comics Buyer's Guide.

On sale April 9 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

THE VINYL UNDERGROUND #7Written by Si Spencer

Art by Simon Gane & Ryan Kelly

Cover by Sean Phillips

Ex-celebrity playboy Morrison and his team of crack investigators celebrate a seemingly speedy victory in solving their latest case - until a visitor from beyond the grave shows up and puts them on a completely different track.

On sale April 2 o 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US o MATURE READERS

TWO FLOWERS FOR THE DRAGON VOL.1Written and illustrated by Nari Kusakawa

CMX. Nari Kusakawa (THE RECIPE FOR GERTRUDE and THE PALETTE OF 12 SECRET COLORS) cooks up a funny and romantic new adventure. Teenage Shakuya is the next head of the Dragon Clan - and she can actually turn into a real dragon. As if that's not enough, she also finds herself with two fiancs! The first vanished years ago and has now returned, but the new guy is not about to step aside. So Shakuya will wait a year, then marry the man she loves the most. Magic tattoos on both of Shakuya's hands, will help her to decide. Each one represents one of her suitors and as her love grows, so do her tattoos!

CMX. Manami goes up against a CHAOS player who looks like Sahgan…and who gets the same kind of hint-giving dreams that she does! His name is Araki and he only plays for money-a fact that offends Manami's love of the game. Since they both receive guidance from the cards, how can either of these two rivals beat the other? But Araki may prove to be more friend than foe in Manami's personal life.

CMX. Following her silver medal win in the World Ballet Competition, Masumi and her partner Leonhardt get to train at the prestigious New York City Ballet. New to modern dance, Masumi struggles to understand it, but their esteemed choreographer is not impressed with her efforts. Will a chance encounter with an old classmate help or hurt Masumi at this critical point in her career?

CMX. Suzuna's had her heart set on Fukami but she's been afraid to share her feelings. Now Fukami's out with another girl, and they seem to be turning into a steady couple. Is it too late for Suzuna? She finds herself spending more time with Eichi, the guy who also has a secret crush on Fukami. But a surprising development leaves the two of them with confused feelings about each other.

DOKKOIDA?! VOL. 2Written and illustrated by Yu Yagami Created by Taro Achi

CMX. A breakout on a prison planet brings more intergalactic criminals to Earth. This is good news for the Galaxy Federation Police, who still have to decide which power suit they are going to use, and this will put the super-powered residents of Cosmos House to the test! But the gang is more concerned about saving Dokkoida from the clutches of a girl they think is out to corrupt him.

CMX. Garna has received a pardon from Princess Primula and has been returned to his position as the royal chef. With Garna around to protect the Princess, Argent decides it is time to finally embark on a trip abroad to find the cure to his body's poisonous nature. But his timing may be bad, as a mysterious group plotting the fall of all royal families is about to make its move.

THE PALETTE OF 12 SECRET COLORS VOL. 3Written and illustrated by Nari Kusakawa

CMX. Cello meets Fenne, a fellow Palette-in-training who's been having problems with his abilities ever since his bird-partner died. Despite his sarcastic attitude, Cello is determined to help him and become his friend. Then Olga - Dr. Guell's jealous bird - decides that Cello is taking up too much of the doctor's time and sets out to make sure that Cello completes her Palette training.

CMX. Thanks to the manipulations of Gaius, the Dragon Man, Leticia witnesses a conversation in which her bodyguard Alex declares his love for the beautiful Latona. Traumatized, Leticia foolishly puts herself and Alex in harm's way. Meanwhile, Asta finds the first of the Invisible Towers. The shocking secret he unearths must be shared with the others in the quest, but will evil forces stop him?

and turn her over to the Granzians in an attempt to barter for their own safety, not realizing that the "Princess" is really Fana. But Cisun - a bandit who opposed this plan - decides to rescue her, even if it means going against Merduz, the bandit leader and his friend. Can he free Fana before the evil Granzians claim her?

SANDMAN AND DEATH 20TH ANNIVERSARY BOOKENDSDESIGNED BY MARK BUCKINGHAM

SCULPTED BY MIKE LOCASIO

This limited edition, cold-cast porcelain bookend set includes a full-color Certificate of Authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box. Each side measures approximately 8" tall x 6.5" wide x 6.5" deep.

Advance-solicited; on sale September 3, 2008 * Bookends * $295.00 US

In celebration of the 20th anniversary of THE SANDMAN, DC Direct presents the popular characters (and siblings) The Sandman and Death of the Endless in bookend form!

Based on Eisner Award-winning artist Mark Buckingham's spectacular new drawings of these unforgettable characters, these bookends are designed to display the entire Sandman Library and Absolute editions, written by New York Times best-selling author Neil Gaiman.

JLA BUILD-A-SCENE STATUE: PART 2Based on the art of Ed Benes

Sculpted by Alterton Bizarre

Continue your construction of the JLA Build-a-Scene Statue this month, with the addition of part two of the statue, featuring Superman, Black Canary, and the

torso of Red Tornado!

Ed Benes's legendary cover of Justice League of America #7 stands tall as it becomes a multi part statue! Sold in three parts, each part features two of the world's greatest superheroes and includes a piece of a bonus Red Tornado figure. (To fully assemble Red Tornado, all three Build-a-Scene statues are needed.)

All the pieces slide together to make up

a complete cover scene in striking 3-D!

The first part of the statue (solicited last month and featuring Batman, Wonder Woman, and the base and tornado portion of Red Tornado) was just the beginning of this exciting new project from DC Direct. Part three, including Green Lantern, The Flash, and the head and cape of Red Tornado, will follow next month.

x 5.5" deep.) Each statue includes a certificate of authenticity and is packaged in a 4-color box. This limited edition statue is manufactured to order.

Advance-solicited; on sale September 17, 2008

* Statue * $150 US

* Minor assembly is required.

* Each statue sold separately.

ALL STAR ACTION FIGURES

It's an all-star lineup featuring the work of two fan-favorite artists in this series! Four of DC's superstars are represented here: Batman and Batgirl, as drawn by Jim Lee in All Star Batman and Robin the Boy Wonder, and Superman and Super Lois, as drawn by Frank Quitely in the Eisner Award-winning All Star Superman!

Women of the DC Universe: Series 2: CATWOMAN BUSTDesigned by Terry Dodson

Sculpted by Jack Mathews

The popular WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE line of cold-cast porcelain busts continues with the addition of Catwoman! Clad in her classic gray outfit, this feline fatale has just purr-loined Batman's belt and cape!

Collect all of the DCU: Series 2 busts designed by Terry Dodson in 2008! Catwoman joins Wonder Woman, Starfire, Cheetah, Batwoman, Wonder Girl, and more!

This Catwoman Bust measures approximately 5.5" tall x 2.5" wide x 3" deep and is packaged in a 4-color box.

BATMAN BLACK & WHITE STATUE DESIGNED BY GEORGE PREZSCULPTED BY KAREN PALINKO

The popular BATMAN BLACK & WHITE line of artist-inspired statues continues! Renowned illustrator George Prez designed this classic vision of Batman, featuring the Caped Crusader in a classic pose, prepared as always to defend Gotham City.

Painted in monochromatic tones, this statue is certain to be another sought-after addition to DC Direct's line of BATMAN BLACK & WHITE statues.

The statue measures approximately 7" tall x 6.5" wide x 5" deep.

It features a logo-shaped base and is packaged in a black-and-white box.